Library
Campus library spaces and computers must be booked online due to COVID-19. More information on available services can be found on the COVID-19 information section of the Library website.
Library space reopens in August
Update as of July 27 -- All campus libraries will be open in August.
Library staff welcomes students, faculty, and staff back to use the library space and study rooms. No booking is needed.
Connect with a Librarian
Research & Citation Help
- Book an appointment
- Ask us by e-mail
Receive a response within 24 hours, Monday - Friday - Chat online through AskAway
Regular Hours:
Mon-Thu: 9 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Fri: 9 a.m. -5 p.m.
Sat: 11 a.m.- 5 p.m.
Sun: 10 a.m.-9 p.m.
Quick Links
Library Resources & Services
Book Space Online
Reserve a computer or seat
Notice Regarding New Library Catalogue System
The Library has decommissioned the Voyager library catalogue. Some online services related to material requests and renewals will be temporarily interrupted. Please use OCtopus to locate and request library materials.
- Effective May 28: All library users will use OCtopus to search for, request and renew books and other library materials. Community borrowers will be able to search but will need to phone or email to to request or renew materials.
- June 1: Links to Voyager records from Moodle, Talis Aspire and all other sources will stop working. Librarians are available to help with the creation of new links to OCtopus.
- May 18 and throughout the summer, ordering of library materials may be delayed. Rush orders will be prioritized while others may be deferred until the new system has been fully implemented.
Find Resources
Articles & Databases
Search databases to find peer reviewed articles in journals, magazines, newspapers, streaming videos, and more.
Research & Citation Guides
Guides and online tutorials by course and subject. APA, MLA, and Chicago citation guides.
Books
Find print books, DVDs, and more through OCtopus. Locate eBooks and streaming media using publication finder.
Access Resources
Borrowing Items
Borrowing information (books, laptops, course reserves)
Interlibrary Loan
Request items from another library.
Delivery on Demand
A service that provides remote access to OC Library's print collections.
Computers & Technology
Software on computer workstations, wifi, printing and copying, troubleshooting, and off-campus access information.
Make an Appointment with a Librarian
Book Campus Library Space
Online Course Resource & Reading Lists
Course resource and reading lists allow faculty and instructors to easily track, manage, and integrate course resources into Moodle. Students can easily access lists of resources from their Moodle course or the Talis Aspire system. Faculty and instructors can request a course resource list through the Library. Students can search the system or access reading lists through Moodle.
The Library has more than 100 e-books for courses available to students for free. Check out the list to see if your course has a library supplied e-text.
All campus libraries are providing limited in-person services. You can connect with a librarian and resources online.
Delivery-on-Demand provides access to content from the Library's physical collection, either by digitizing print material in accordance with copyright guidelines, or by making print materials available for pick-up or by mailing.
The Learning Centre is available online to help with study skills, and math, science, and writing assistance.
Follow the Library on social media to stay up to date on what is happening.
The Library is here to help when studying and working from home.
